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One of the drills my community will run is to just go up and say, "Hi" and let the awkwardness drop in order to build tension. Technically the ball is then in her court and she can do with it as she pleases. You'd be surprised at how many women will actually smile, stick out their hand, and ask for your name.
i cannot remember the name of the movie but there is a scene where owen wilson does this....it displays so much confidence if done right. it shows that you do not give a f*ck about awkwardness, you are ok with the silence as you really dont need to please or make anyone feel comfortable. silences are normally broken because the silence breaker feels they are looking like an inferior chop with nothing to say. if you stand there quietly staring at her eyes radiating with confidence giving off the 'yup its your turn now...make it good'....she will be swept off her feet in a matter of seconds.