Delete and Space key stopped working

Everything was fine, suddenly, my space key and delete key stopped working.
I tryed to restart the computer (MacBook Pro), but nothing. Sometimes, when i press the space key, It works for some clicks.
Tks

Thanks Grant,
appreciate the info.
I did try that, and switching the power cord (Which was a long shot) and still not luck.
Pretty facinating issue.
I am going ot continue to look through the forums and see if I find anything.
Thanks again!
If anyone else has had this issue with an older MacPro - I would love ot hear it.
-jc

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