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[fw]

Hello everyone?

Which would be more appropriate for the blank below, #1 or #2?
If I should be late, please ( ) for me at the station.
1. wait
2. be waiting

Best regards,
fw

[MrPedantic]

Hello Fw

Both forms are used by native speakers. The first ("please wait") is by far the more common; the second ("please be waiting") suggests deference in an informal context.

In your example, I would choose "please wait", as this accords with the register of the if-clause.

Have a cheery evening,
MrP