He broke the ice by starting a conversation to break the awkward silence.

I always enjoy gossiping with her.

She always likes gossip, and gets excited when she knows someone's secret.

I start my day every morning by drinking Bovril.

Bovril is a popular drink in the UK.

He entered the room with a swagger of a tough guy.

He conveyed his intentions without using words, but with gestures.

Umbria is a beautiful region of Italy.

Buryatia is one of the republics of Russia.

I have been to Tabriz in Iran.