Option to auto-fill data merge text?

Is there a way to auto-fill or auto-shrink/enlarge my data merge text entry so that the font size changes automatically and each entry can perfectly fill my text box space? I haven't been able to locate this option...I'm hoping it is possible. Thanks!
I forgot to mention - I'm using InDesign CS4.

Thanks! I did some digging and found a link to scripts...now I just need to figure out how to use scripts!
http://in-tools.com/article/scripts-blog/fun-with-text-fitting-in-indesign/

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