Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Equity [Abstract]
Amount of comprehensive loss that is expected to be reclassified to net income	$ 26

Other comprehensive income that is expected to be reclassified to net income over the next fiscal year, net of tax.

No definition available.

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