John broke the rather awkward silence by saying with a slight effort: "I told you, didn't I, that Mr. Inglethorp has returned?" Poirot bent his head. 
John spoke up, which broke the awkward silence.
John remained quiet adding to the awkward silence.
So you live in another state?
The man is riding his bicycle.
A couple jogs next to each other on treadmills.
Mitch called Senators corrupt.
A child is running through the field
I don't have to work in those companies.