S+~+it+n./adj.+to-v/that-clause
They hold it self-evident that all men are created equal.
Some students hold it necessary to be able to speak English.
He held it convenient to come at once.
They don't hold it a sin to steal.
S+~+n./pron.+(tobe)n./adj./v-ed
His speech held them silent.
We held her the best of all the students in the class.
The court held him innocent.
Hold yourself upright when you walk.