Organization, Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Basis of Presentation and Consolidation (Details) $ in Millions	Jan. 21, 2021 USD ($)
Gores Holdings IV, Inc.
Business Combination, Separately Recognized Transactions [Line Items]
Liability assumed on warrants	$ 45.6
Gore Holdings IV, Inc.
Business Combination, Separately Recognized Transactions [Line Items]
Proceeds from business combination	895.1
Costs related to business combination	$ 16.0

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