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Amount of write-down of assets recognized in the income statement. Includes, but is not limited to, losses from tangible assets, intangible assets and goodwill.

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Amount of expected cost remaining for the specified restructuring cost.

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The number of positions eliminated during the period as a percentage of total positions eliminated during the period in connection with the restructuring plan(s).

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Restructuring and Other Related Charges - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands		12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2022	Apr. 30, 2023	Apr. 30, 2022	Apr. 30, 2021
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Asset impairment charges		$ 6,242	$ 0	$ 0
Leased Office Space
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Asset impairment charges		5,100
Furniture, Equipment, And Leasehold Improvements
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Asset impairment charges		1,100
Employee Severance
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Decrease in workforce (as a percent)	13.00%
Facilities-related charges		6,200
Restructuring and Related Cost, Expected Cost Remaining		$ 23,300